Coal Dragon
Vitrinite Reflectance, Point Counting and Imaging
Coal Dragon
The Coal Dragon™ is a high-performance optical petrography system engineered for rapid, automated vitrinite reflectance analysis of coal, coke, and petroleum source rock.
Designed to meet and exceed the requirements of international standards—including ISO 7404-5 and ASTM D2798—the Coal Dragon™ delivers unmatched accuracy, reproducibility, and throughput.
Equipped with advanced imaging and analytical software, the system supports both manual and fully automated workflows. For labs requiring additional petrographic analysis, the Coal Dragon™ also enables point counting functionality in accordance with ISO 7404-3 and ASTM D2799, offering seamless integration of multiple test protocols within a single platform.

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Built for demanding environments, the Coal Dragon™ features rugged, precision optics, high-resolution color and fluorescence imaging, and intelligent automation that dramatically reduces operator workload while increasing throughput. The modular architecture allows for flexible system expansion, including optional high-speed motorized stages and enhanced illumination for fluorescence microscopy.